Meet our undergraduate students

Some of our current students share their experiences of studying at Sheffield, discussing everything from lectures and work placements to student societies and social activities.

Yasmine Burns

Supportive, friendly and challenging (in a good way!)

Yasmine Burns BSc Data Science

Moving to Sheffield has been an adjustment for Yasmine, but the change has also motivated her to be the best she can be.

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The excitement of discovery and the potential impact fuel my passion

Justina Karam BSc Data Science

Justina, from Egypt, was one of the first BSc Data Science students enrolled when the course launched in September 2023. She's quickly made the University her home - immersing herself in new experiences and even making a difference to her fellow course mates as a student rep!

Tiara Hasna Rachman

The course has given me a better understanding of journalism in Britain and how to be a good journalist in the digital age

Tiara Hasna Rachman MA Global Journalism

Tiara has been passionate about Journalism since childhood. Now, as an MA Global Journalism student, she shares what she has learnt from our School's international research.

Adam Hodges

Trust your hunch and don't be afraid to ask questions!

Adam Hodges BA Journalism Studies

Adam Hodges graduated with a BA Journalism Studies degree in 2008 and has gone on to work as a Communications Officer at the Life Multi Academy in Leicestershire.

Portrait of Vivian Iroanya

I can't wait to transfer my skills to the real world!

Vivian Iroanya Journalism Studies BA

Vivian thinks coming to Sheffield to study Journalism is the best decision she has ever made, and loves the way her opportunities have prepared her for the future.

Portrait of Uditi Singh

An engaging course and a beautiful city

Uditi Singh Journalism Studies BA

Uditi Singh was attracted by Sheffield's reputation for journalism and says her experience so far is "everything I wanted and more".

Portrait of journalism graduate Sam Moir

A Premier League career in communication

Sam Moir Journalism Studies BA

Sam Moir has used the media skills he developed at Sheffield in a rewarding career, first with Ministry of Sound and now as a video producer/director for Chelsea FC.

Knowing media law is vital, even as a sports journalist

Martha Kelner Journalism Studies BA

A specialist reporter on issues and investigations in sport, Martha has worked for the Mail, the Guardian and Sky News since studying journalism at Sheffield.

The course is great for really getting you out there and doing stuff on your own

Emily Smith Journalism Studies BA

Journalism Studies BA graduate Emily is now a TV researcher and says that her time at Sheffield helped prepare her for the world of professional journalism work.

The course gave me a rounded perspective of the different skills I would need

Daniel Sheridan Journalism Studies BA

During the UK's 2019 general election campaign Daniel broke the famous story of the boy on the hospital floor. Studying journalism at Sheffield was the perfect preparation.